Move U Crew Programs and Events
UBCO Recreation is committed to enhancing campus wellbeing with a focus on physical activity. Their team of Move U Crew members are ‘movement specialists; with experience in fitness, dance, stretching and a variety of other physical activity specialties. The goal of the Move U Crew is to engage students, staff and faculty and contribute to personal, professional and academic success on campus and beyond.
Movement Breaks
The Move U Crew can be requested to lead a free guided movement break for your class, meeting, seminar or event! Learn more here.
Intercultural Activity Series
UBCO Recreation with SUO Clubs and community partners collaborate to offer a series of cultural physical activities that are open to the UBCO Community. Learn more here
Move UBC
A university-wide initiative every February aiming to increase physical activity and reduce the time students, faculty, staff, and the UBC community spend being inactive. Learn more here
Move UBC grants
Do you have an idea to get the UBC community moving? But need some funds to make it happen? Grants of up to $1,500 are now available for UBC students, faculty, staff planning projects or initiatives that support the wellbeing of our community by moving more! Learn more here
Lawn Game Rentals
Would you like to add some excitement to your event? We offer complimentary lawn game rentals for on campus department and club events. Please bring your own cart to collect the rented items.
- Bocce (is heavy, can only be played on grass)
- Cornhole
- Croquet
- Disc Golf
- Giant Connect 4
- Giant Jenga (is large and heavy)
- Ladder Golf
- Lawn Darts
- Skipping Ropes
- Ring Toss
- Spikeball
- Frisbee
Additionally, UBCO Recreation provides free sport ball and some lawn games to the UBC community which are available for day use. Equipment can be loaned from the Customer Service desk in the lower lobby of the gymnasium in exchange for collateral (student/staff/faculty ID). Collateral will be returned when equipment is returned. This initiative is designed to encourage informal activities and social opportunities any where on campus. Sport ball and lawn game options may include: soccer balls, frisbee, rugby ball, football, beach volleyball, spikeball, ladder golf, and cornhole.
Meet the Move U Crew
The Move U Crew provides support and services to help our campus community to move more and reduce sedentary or stationary behaviors. They do this through leading guided wellbeing walks, coordinating physical activity challenges and implementing movement breaks in classrooms and meetings.
Natalie
Hi! My name is Natalie and this is my second year as a Student Leader with Move U Crew, and third year working with UBCO Recreation. I am in my fourth academic year, but since I have changed my degree a few times I am completing my second year in BSc. Psychology. I am passionate about making physical activity fun and doable for everyone regardless of where you are in your fitness journey, as well as educating others on the health benefits of reducing sedentary behaviour. I love going for walks, hikes, and bike rides to explore the beautiful Okanagan Valley – especially if it involves Geocaching!
NINA
Hey! My name is Nina. This is my first year as a Move U Crew Leader and second year working for UBCO Recreation. I am entering my third year as a Health and Exercise Sciences student, specifically in the Kinesiology and Allied Health concentration. I love helping people discover ways of physical activity that they enjoy doing and am passionate about educating others on the benefits of physical activity. Playing soccer would have to be my favourite way of staying active, but I also love playing basketball, going to the gym, and catching the beautiful views of the world we live in through hiking.
JULIA
Hi! I’m Julia and this will be my first year with the Move U Crew but my second year working for UBCO Recreation. I am in my fourth and final year of Nursing this year and love how I can incorporate my knowledge from school to help reduce sedentary behavior on campus! I am passionate about making exercise fun and accessible to everybody on campus, no matter your starting point. Some of my favourite activities are running, skiing, any sort of game and biking. There are so many beautiful roads to bike throughout the Okanagan! I also love to paint and read a good book on rainy days.
Celine
Hi there! My name is Celine and I am a fourth year human kinetics student. This will be my third year working with UBCO recreation but this is my first year with the Move U Crew! I am very excited to help promote physical activity on our campus and to make sure it is accessible and enjoyable for everyone! Ever since I was young I’ve loved being active outdoors whether that be hiking, swimming in the lake, or going for walks! As, well in the past few years I have found a new passion for yoga! I’m looking forward to meeting you all!
Anastyn
Hi! My name is Anastyn and I’m in my fourth year of the BSc. Nursing program This is my second year working with UBCO Recreation and my first as part of the Move U Crew! When I’m not studying, you’ll likely find me soaking up the sunshine and staying active outdoors with friends. Whether it’s hiking, snowboarding, running, swimming in the lake, playing pick-up basketball, or just enjoying a walk, I’m always looking for ways to embrace nature and movement. I’m beyond excited to be part of the Move U Crew this year, where I hope to inspire and promote low-impact, accessible physical activities that help combat sedentary lifestyles. I can’t wait to meet all of you an share some fun, engaging activities together. Woohoo!
How to Get Active
How to integrate activity into your day
Choose activities you enjoy
Try different activities until you find the one that is right for you.
Schedule your exercise
Treat it like an appointment and write it down in your calendar.
Make it social
Making plans with a friend can keep you more accountable.
Use Active Transportation
Walk, bike or run instead of using transit or a car.
Join a team
Check out Intramurals or events for a great way to make friends.
Set realistic goals
Consider how active you are and set yourself up for success.
Barriers to fitness and solutions
No time
Identify a few 30 minute time slots in your calendar and book them off for physical activity. Or, try implementing exercise snacks into your day. Learn more.
No one to go with
Develop new friendships with physically active people. Join a club!
So tired after school/work
Schedule physical activity when you feel most energetic.
Too much on the To-Do list
Plan ahead – make an appointment on the calendar and keep the appointment with yourself.
Don’t know how to exercise
Try this start-up workout program to familiarize yourself with fundamental exercises, proper form, and gym equipment.
Why Get Active
Regular movement and physical activity contributes to our overall wellbeing. Regular physical activity boosts your physical health, your mental and emotional health, and your social health.
Benefits of physical activity:
- Reduces sensitivity to stress, anxiety and depression
- Improves learning and mental performance
- Fosters self-acceptance
- Improves sleep quality
- Strengthens muscles and bones
- Increases energy levels
- Improves social wellbeing
- Positive way to spend time with friends and family
- Great way to have fun!